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Mental Health Support Worker

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 14.7 - 19 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: LS17, Shadwell, City and Borough of Leeds

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Mental Health Support Worker

  * Supported Living / Young People Services

  * Leeds

  * £19.00 Umbrella | Sleep-in £60.00 per sleep

  * Temp Contract – 30 hrs p/w

Are you passionate about supporting young people?

Are you looking for a rewarding role in social care and supported living?

Client Snapshot:

An exciting opportunity has become available with a well-established provider of supported living services. The service supports young people aged 16–18 (up to 21 if Leaving Care) with a range of needs, including mental health, independence skills, and community engagement.

Vacancy Brief:

  * Mental Health Support Worker – location-based at a single residential service in Leeds.

  * Temporary role averaging 30 hours per week.

  * Shift pattern: 1:00pm – 10:00pm (followed by a sleep-in) next day 8:00am – 2:00pm.

  * Pay rate: £14.70 PAYE Or £19.00 per hour Umbrella, Sleep-in £60.00 per sleep.

  * A current Enhanced DBS covering both Adult and Child workforce is required.

  * Lone work will form part of the role.

  * No driving license or own vehicle required.

The Responsibilities:

  * Supporting residents with daily living skills and overall wellbeing.

  * Delivering person-centred support plans tailored to individual needs.

  * Promoting independence and facilitating community engagement.

  * Carrying out risk assessments and adhering to safeguarding responsibilities.

  * Providing overnight reassurance and safety during sleep-in shifts.

  * Maintaining accurate records, reports, and handovers.

  * Working collaboratively with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure seamless support.

Skills and Attributes:

  * Compassionate, empathetic, and patient.

  * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

  * Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

  * Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of young people.

Keywords for Candidates:
Mental Health Support Worker – Youth Services – Supported Living – Young People – Residential Support – Sleep-in Shifts – Safeguarding – Person-Centred Support – Leeds – West Yorkshire – Social Care – Temporary – Flexible Hours – Community Support – Housing – Charity – Care Worker – Intensive Support

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